The cheapest and fastest trains from Stuttgart to Ulm
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£23
Fastest journey
42 m
Average duration
51 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
74 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stuttgart to Ulm is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stuttgart to Ulm will cost around £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £20.
Of the 8 trains that leave Stuttgart for Ulm every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 74 km distance in an average of 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 42 m .
The slowest trains will take 57 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
ICE 5118:170h56Stuttgart Hbf9:13Ulm Hbf£201One-way0 changes
ICE 10917:570h56Stuttgart Hbf8:53Ulm Hbf£201One-way0 changes
9637:121h01Stuttgart Hbf8:13Ulm Hbf£231One-way0 changes
96915:120h59Stuttgart Hbf16:11Ulm Hbf£231One-way0 changes
ICE 2678:510h42Stuttgart Hbf9:33Ulm Hbf£231One-way0 changes
ICE 2678:510h42Stuttgart Hbf9:33Ulm Hbf£231One-way0 changes
ICE 5919:170h43Stuttgart Hbf10:00Ulm Hbf£231One-way0 changes
ICE 5118:170h56Stuttgart Hbf9:13Ulm Hbf£201One-way0 changes
ICE 10917:570h56Stuttgart Hbf8:53Ulm Hbf£201One-way0 changes
19307 · 160498:540h57Stuttgart Hbf9:51Ulm Hbf£251One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Stuttgart to Ulm
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart to Ulm among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 56m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 74 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
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£19 Average Price | £7 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 26m Average total duration Fastest 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 41m Average total duration 1h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Stuttgart to Ulm train times
The table below shows live departures for Stuttgart to Ulm trains for today, Tuesday 21 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 699 | Delayed 3:36 5:12Stuttgart Hbf | 0h51 | 4:27 4:27Ulm Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 22 April | |||||
963 | 7:12 Stuttgart Hbf | 1h01 | 8:13 Ulm Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 1091 | On time 7:57 Stuttgart Hbf | 0h56 | 8:53 Ulm Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
ICE 511 | On time 8:17 Stuttgart Hbf | 0h56 | 9:13 Ulm Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
S2 · 19307 · 16049 | 8:50 Stuttgart Hbf (tief) | 1h01 | 9:51 Ulm Hbf | 2 changes | |
ICE 267 | On time 8:51 Stuttgart Hbf | 0h42 | 9:33 Ulm Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
19307 · 16049 | 8:54 Stuttgart Hbf | 0h57 | 9:51 Ulm Hbf | 1 change | |
ICE 591 | On time 9:17 Stuttgart Hbf | 0h43 | 10:00 Ulm Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
969 | 15:12 Stuttgart Hbf | 0h59 | 16:11 Ulm Hbf | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Stuttgart to Ulm
Trains from Stuttgart to Ulm run on average 9 times per day, taking around 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:50. The fastest train covers the 74 km distance in 43m.
Distance 74 km |
Average train duration 56m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 7 |
Fastest train 43m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:50 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, TGV, Südwestdeutsche Landesverkehrs-GmbH (SWEG), DB ZugBus Regionalverkehr Alb-Bodensee GmbH (RAB), Go Ahead BW, Westbahn from Stuttgart to Ulm trainsDeutsche Bahn, TGV, Südwestdeutsche Landesverkehrs-GmbH (SWEG), DB ZugBus Regionalverkehr Alb-Bodensee GmbH (RAB), Go Ahead BW, Westbahn trains will get you between Stuttgart and Ulm from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
TGV
Westbahn
Südwestdeutsche Landesverkehrs-GmbH (SWEG)
DB ZugBus Regionalverkehr Alb-Bodensee GmbH (RAB)
Go Ahead BW
FAQs: Stuttgart to Ulm train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stuttgart to Ulm by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ulm, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Stuttgart and Ulm
- Mon - Fri: 06:00 - 22:00
- Sat - Sun: 07:00 - 22:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Luggage lockers are located near the north entrance.
- backWERK
- Ditsch
- Kamps Backstube
- Le Crobag
- Dunkin' Donuts
- min min
- Starbucks
- Yorma's
- Escalators and elevators. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
- ARCOTEL Camino Stuttgart
- Mirage City Hotel Stuttgart Zentrum Hbf
- Hotel Motel One Stuttgart-Mitte
- Located on the south side of the station near Platform 1.
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Arnulf-Klett-Platz.
- Restaurant Amici
- Block House Stuttgart
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Steigenberger Graf Zeppelin
- Motel One Stuttgart-Hauptbahnhof
- Althoff Hotel am Schlossgarten
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Sixt
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-16 for regional and long-distance trains
- Hall 2: S-Bahn platforms 101-116
- Hall 3: U-Bahn connections
- S-Bahn: Lines S1, S2, S3, S4, S5, S6
- U-Bahn: Lines U5, U6, U7, U12, U15
- Bus: Several lines available
- Monday: 07:00 - 18:30
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 18:30
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 18:30
- Thursday: 07:00 - 18:30
- Friday: 07:00 - 18:30
- Saturday: 08:30 - 14:00
- Sailer
- Café 44
- Schnell Imbiss
- Cafe am Rathaus
- Attimo Hotel Stuttgart
- Attimo Dependance Zimmer
- Hotel Krone
- Hotel Lamm
- Monday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Tuesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Wednesday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Thursday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Friday: 07:00 - 20:00
- Saturday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Sunday: 08:00 - 19:00
- Café Schmizz
- Blauflesch
- Wilder Mann
- Gaststuben im Zunfthaus der Schiffleute
- Hotel Neuthor
- Bäumle
- InterCityHotel Ulm
- Lehrertal Garni
- Bodhi
- Schwarze Henne
- Café Schmizz
- Kornhäusle
- Hotel Neuthor
- Hotel Comfor
- Bäumle
- Stern
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